Compacta Plena baby's breath
Gypsophila paniculata 'Compacta Plena'
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry or moderate or wet soil
Size12 to 18 inches tall12 to 18 inches wide
- Habit
- Arching
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- White
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Compacta Plena' baby's breath (Gypsophila paniculata 'Compacta Plena') is a perennial for borders, cottage gardens, containers, and rock gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to wet, sandy or loamy soil. Deer rarely make it their first choice. Its arching stems reach 12 to 18 inches tall and wide, and white blooms appear in spring, summer, and autumn. Butterflies visit the flowers.
Pairs well with White Swan coneflower, Bartzella peony, Carlton daffodil, and Phantom panicle hydrangea.